Our restaurant provides a unique dining environment for lunch or dinner during the school term times and caters for individual bookings or group bookings. We also host several specialty and regional dinners throughout the year.
Zest is a fully licensed restaurant with a wide selection of well sourced wines, beers, spirits, liqueurs, cocktails and mocktail available at a very reasonable price.
Zest offers modern Australian cuisine and provides industry focus training to future hospitality professionals. This allows the trainees to practice their learned food and beverage service skills, knowledge, and interpersonal skills.
Term 2
Zest Wine Dinner | 5-course dinner including matched fine wines $95pp | Thursday 25 June, 6.30pm
The food and wine appreciation dinner is the final assessment for Diploma of Hospitality students, showcasing their skills in wine knowledge, food pairing, and service. After studying viticulture, viniculture, wine tasting, and Australian wine trends, students have collaborated with the chef to create a multi-course menu paired with carefully selected beverages.
During the evening, students will present their research and explain their pairing choices, offering guests an engaging and educational dining experience. The event celebrates their learning journey and provides a professional, real-world hospitality showcase.
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Please Note: We ask that our special event dinners be pre-paid by card over the phone. We will be in contact a week or two beforehand. This is a shared tables event.
Term 2
Zest Industry Icons Dinner with our Industry Apprentices | 5-course dinner with matched beverages $95pp | Tuesday 16 June, 6.30pm
Chef Apoorva Kunte is a celebrated culinary leader, known for his pursuit of excellence, innovation, and sustainability in gastronomy. With over a decade of experience spanning three continents, he has worked with some of the world’s most prestigious hospitality brands, including The Ritz-Carlton, The Westin, and The Taj Mahal Hotel. Apoorva has consistently raised culinary standards, earning recognition for both his technical mastery and creative flair.
Currently, as the Executive Chef at The Westin, Melbourne, Chef Apoorva leads a dedicated culinary team, continuing to innovate and inspire. A silver medallist, visionary leader, and lifelong learner, he remains devoted to pushing boundaries, championing sustainability, and mentoring aspiring culinary professionals.
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Please Note: We ask that our special event dinners be pre-paid by card over the phone. We will be in contact a week or two beforehand. This is a shared tables event.
These special menus are set menus, no other choices are available, therefore it may not suit some dietary preferences. Some requests may be able to be catered for. Please let us know beforehand. (Unfortunately, you cannot preview the menu or wines, as it’s a surprise!)
Term 2
Cocktails and Screams | An evening of chilling cocktails, mocktails and haunting hospitality | Wednesday 10 June, 6pm - 8pm
Step into a night of frightful fun and delicious drinks as the talented Diploma of Hospitality students from Holmesglen Institute proudly present Cocktails and Screams! This themed cocktail event showcases the creativity, flair, and mixology skills students have developed throughout their cocktail studies and training.
Bring your friends, dress to impress, and prepare for a scream-worthy night of cocktails and unforgettable hospitality! We look forward to welcoming you to a hauntingly good evening!
Enjoy:
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Term 2
Lunches for Zest Café/Bistro Menu - $8 to $16* items.
If you’re short on time, you’re welcome to choose just one or two courses from our Café/Bistro menu. We can have you in and out in 30–60 minutes with a quick, delicious lunch at our Glen Waverley campus.
If you’d prefer to unwind and enjoy the full three‑course experience, simply let us know you’re not in a rush and we’ll make sure you can relax and take your time.
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*Most Dietary requests can be catered for however, please inform us beforehand.
Term 2
Lunch and Dinner | 3 Course Services | $45pp*
Relax and enjoy a 3 Course Lunch or Dinner at Zest. Choose an entrée, main course and dessert from our 3 Course Thursday menu.
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Dinner
Lunch
*Most Dietary requests can be catered for however, please inform us beforehand.
Term 2
Zest High Tea Lunches | $50pp*
This isn’t an afternoon tea - it’s a generous lunch presented in a High Tea style.
You’ll enjoy a delicious selection of savoury bites, including sandwiches, tartlets, pastries, and a mix of hot and cold hors d’oeuvres. Then comes the sweet finale: cakes, pastries, macarons, mini desserts, scones with jam and cream, and more.
Every item is crafted in‑house by our patisserie students under the expert guidance of our highly skilled Patisserie Teachers.
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View Zest Restaurant Term 2 Menu 2026
To make a booking or inquiry, please call us on 9564 6241 or submit a Zest Booking Inquiry.
Zest is located on the ground floor of Building 1 at our Waverley campus. It is also wheelchair accessible.
595 Waverley Road
Glen Waverley, Vic 3150
Rear of Building 1
Parking is available at $6 per day (Ticket machine requires your license plate details)
Zest has a seated capacity of up to 60 guests
Please inform us at the time of booking if anyone in your party has any food allergies or intolerances we should know about beforehand. We can accommodate most common dietary requests such as Pescatarian, Vegetarian and Coeliac meals.
Children's meals are available on request for $25 per person and include a main meal and dessert.
